Sunbird Boat recalls
Sunbird Boat boats have 2 recall campaigns on record across 550 reported units. Below is every campaign, what it covers, and how to confirm a specific hull was fixed before you buy.
Sunbird Boat Co Inc has two USCG recall campaigns on record, both from the late 1990s and both involving capacity labeling on Neptune models. Campaign 961497S affected 478 Neptune 160 boats for safe load and flotation labeling, while campaign 980036S corrected overstated capacity labels on 72 Neptune 180 and 181 units. Buyers considering a used Sunbird from this era should verify the HIN against these campaigns and confirm capacity labels match current specifications.
All Sunbird Boat recalls
- ⚠ Recall
961497S5/5/1997SAFE LOAD: MAX PERS; LEVEL FLOTATION
What this means before you buy → - ⚠ Recall
980036S3/9/1998LABEL - CAPACITY TO HIGH
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What to check before you buy a used Sunbird Boat
- Cross reference the HIN with USCG campaigns 961497S and 980036S to determine if your target boat was included.
- Inspect the capacity plate for signs of replacement or correction, especially on Neptune 160, 180, and 181 models from 1996 to 1998.
- Request documentation from the seller showing the recall remedy was completed by an authorized dealer.
- Have a marine surveyor verify flotation compliance and actual safe load capacity during the prepurchase inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has Sunbird Boat Co Inc had?
Sunbird Boat Co Inc has two USCG recall campaigns on record, both issued in the late 1990s and both related to capacity labeling on Neptune series boats.
What Sunbird models were recalled?
The recalls affected Neptune 160 (478 units in 1997), Neptune 180, and Neptune 181 (72 combined units in 1998). All three models had capacity or flotation labeling issues.
What were the safety issues in the Sunbird recalls?
Campaign 961497S involved incorrect safe load, maximum persons, and level flotation labeling. Campaign 980036S corrected capacity labels that were listed too high, posing an overloading risk.
How do I check if a used Sunbird was recalled?
Locate the HIN on the transom and check it against USCG campaigns 961497S and 980036S. The USCG recall database lists affected serial ranges, and any dealer or surveyor can verify remedy completion.